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Bangladesh's Rangpur region braces for a historic mango harvest boom

A foggy winter couldn't stop Rangpur's mango trees from flourishing. Now, farmers are betting on a season that could redefine the region's agricultural success—and their profits.

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The image shows a garden with a table and chairs under a mango tree, surrounded by lush green grass...
The image shows a garden with a table and chairs under a mango tree, surrounded by lush green grass and a stone wall in the background. The tree is full of ripe mangoes, and there is a broom nearby, suggesting that the garden is in the process of being cleaned.

Bangladesh's Rangpur region braces for a historic mango harvest boom

Farmers in Bangladesh's Rangpur region are preparing for a record mango season. Around 7,000 hectares of land will be dedicated to mango cultivation this year, with expectations of over 90,000 tonnes of fruit. The early signs of heavy flowering have already raised hopes for a bumper harvest.

Mango trees across Rangpur have begun blooming on schedule, despite a long, foggy winter. About 85% of the trees have flowered so far, with 95% expected to be in full bloom by early March. Farmers have noted excellent budding, a strong indicator of high yields.

The region is known for its prized 'Haribhanga' mango, which holds Geographical Indication (GI) status and enjoys commercial success both locally and abroad. Other popular varieties include 'Mohanbhog', 'Gopalbhog', 'Lengra', 'Fazlee', 'Khirsapati', and 'Amrapali'. Over the past three years, exports of Haribhanga mangoes have reached key markets such as the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UK, and Russia, coordinated by the Bangladesh Fruits and Vegetable Export Development Foundation (BDFVEDF).

With such a promising harvest, farmers anticipate substantial profits. Each grower could earn between Tk 15 and 18 lakh this season, even after covering all farming costs.

The expected bumper crop will likely boost both local sales and international exports. Farmers in Rangpur are now focused on maintaining tree health and ensuring a smooth harvest. If conditions remain favourable, this season could set new production records for the region.

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